In the 1940s, scientists discovered bacteria conjugation, the process of DNA transfer or bacterial sex. The discovery proved that bacteria and viruses contain DNA and led to a Nobel prize. Interested individuals learn about the discoveries, the scientists, and the importance of this work with an online interactive.

Concepts

bacteria, viruses, dna, bacterial conjugation, genes

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Have scholars write brief summaries of the information in the animation
• Discuss why Martha Epstein Chase did not earn a Nobel Prize for her work

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of DNA, bacteria, and gene transfer

Pros

• Addresses multiple learning styles with reading, videos, primary sources, and more
• Includes links to resources and extension ideas

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4